The 7th edition is unique in that it's designed to provide not
only up-to-date tutorials on the latest development tools provided by Visual
Studio and SQL Server, but also a solid platform of architectural advice and
rich examples for developers trying to choose between the myriad of platform
options. Beginners and experts alike will find comprehensive step-by-step
instructions that can make the reader's introduction to the latest versions of
Visual Studio and SQL Server far easier.
Key topic coverage includes:
• Data access architectures and how to choose the best
strategy for Windows Forms, ASP.NET, XML Web Services, and SQL Server CLR
executables. Where
do these make sense and how much will they cost to build and
maintain?
• SQL Server and relational database fundamentals and
inner-machinery.
How does SQL Server work and why is it important that
developers know?
• Making the development experience more productive through
judicious use of the Visual Studio toolset, and how to know when the wizards can
help.
• Using the latest ADO.NET data provider efficiently and
safely.
• How to protect the security of your databaseand your jobby
avoiding common mistakes.
• How to build secure, efficient, scalable applications in
less time with fewer resourceshow to create faster code faster.
• How to leverage the potential of SQL Server CLR executables
and knowing
when these features make sense.
• How to work with your DBA to maintain database integrity and
security.
• Working with the new Visual Studio report controls to expose
your
organization's data safely and easily with or without
leveraging existing
SQL Server Reporting Services technology.